Land Acquisition Manager

gpac; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

GPAC is seeking a Land Acquisition Manager in the United States to secure undeveloped land or finished lots for development. You will work with property owners, brokers, land developers and city officials to secure land, underwrite opportunities and negotiate contracts.

Strong communication, research, and multitasking skills are essential. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in land acquisition or related fields and a bachelor’s degree in engineering, finance, real estate or related field.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in land acquisition or related real estate fields.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, finance, real estate or related field preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, Secure and Organize Land Acquisition Leads
• Perform Title and municipal research and initial cold call inquiry for potential land leads
• Provide property description information, seller demands, terms and contact information to management
• Maintain close relationships with land developers, brokers and land owners
• Underwrite and analyze the financial aspects of each development opportunity
• Communicate regularly with city officials
• Negotiate purchase contracts with sellers
• Conduct all business professionally to serve customers and increase goodwill and profit

Skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, finance, real estate or related field

Job description

One of my top home builder/developers is on the search for a Land Acquisition Manager! They are well-respected in the area and emphasize growth, mentorship, and development of their employees.

The Land Acquisition Manager will acquire undeveloped land or finished lots for development. Work with property owners, brokers, land developers, city officials and others to secure land.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Coordinate, Secure and Organize Land Acquisition Leads
• Perform Title and municipal research and initial "cold call" inquiry for potential land leads
• Provide all pertinent property description information, seller demands, terms, conditions and contact information to management
• Maintain close relationships with land developers, brokers and land owners
• Underwrite and analyze the financial aspects of each development opportunity
• Communicate regularly with city officials
• Negotiate purchase contracts with sellers
• Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, finance, real estate or a related field is preferred
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and attention to detail

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.